Summer in Breckenridge

“The purpose of life is to live it, to taste it, to experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.”
— Eleanor Roosevelt

Mrs. Roosevelt must have been speaking about experiencing summertime in Breckenridge in the aforementioned quote because there isn’t anything quite like Breckenridge during the summer months. Perhaps because the summer season is so short, or perhaps just because of all the outdoor activities there are to take part in, Breckenridge locals and visitors alike know how to take advantage of the abundant sunshine, breathtaking bluebird skies and beautiful greenery. In fact, you can expect an average daytime temperature of 70 degrees and 50 degrees at night – perfect conditions for whatever adventure you seek. Take a look at why we think summertime in Breckenridge is the perfect time to visit. And then, of course, take advantage of the competitive rates at our Breckenridge hotel and reserve your room now.

– Breckenridge Epic Discovery –

We list Breckenridge Epic Discovery first on this list because this mountain adventure park has a little something for everyone, no matter your age or energy level. Additionally, some of the other items on this list – mountain biking, hiking & trail running – can be found at the Summer Fun Park as well.

Located at the base of Peak 8, this “Ultimate Playground” is just a short commute up the free BreckConnect Gondola, which is also just a short walk from our Breckenridge hotel.

There is so much to do and see at Breckenridge Epic Disvoery that we’ll let you “Discover Summer at Breck” on your own. Visit the Breckenridge Epic Discovery website for more information.

– Mountain Biking & Road Biking –

Ranked as one of the most “Bicycle Friendly Communities” in North America by the League of American Bicyclists, it comes as no surprise that cycling is one of the most popular activities to take part in during a Breckenridge summer. In fact, the town was built with bikes in mind and visitors are encouraged to experience our special mountain community on two wheels. Whether it’s a dirt trail, recreation path or mountain pass that you want to tackle, you will find it in Breckenridge.

When you host one of the most prominent mountain bike races in North America – the Breck Epic – it must tell you something about superb mountain biking in Breck. We are lucky enough to have over 50 miles of trails to shred, including a significant section of the famed Colorado Trail, the state’s premier long distance trial that spans almost 500 miles from Denver to Durango. Don’t let this intimidate you, though, as not matter your skill level or interest, we have a dirt path to back you up.

In terms of road biking, the Town of Breckenridge Recreational Path – or “Rec Path” as dubbed by locals – is home to a seven-mile slice of the more than 50 miles of the Blue River Recreation Path. This award-winning, paved path sits in the shadow of the Ten Mile Range and follows the scenic Blue River through town limits and yonder. This passageway is open to bikers of all types and is the perfect lane for a family cruise. For more information on the Rec Path, click here.

As you can see, our community values biking so much that there is a full week dedicated to biking enthusiasts, aptly labeled “Breck Bike Week.” This annual celebration for two-wheeled lovers takes place June 21 – 25, 2017 and includes skills clinics, bike crawls, ­guided tours, mountain and road demos, and even a poker ride. Check out Breck Bike Week for a full schedule of events. Also take advantage of our Breckenridge lodging specials specifically for Breck Bike Week.

– Hiking & Trail Running –

Much like the above-mentioned mountain biking, Breckenridge is home to endless possibilities for hiking, trail running and backpacking amid the scenic beauty of the Rocky Mountains. Because of our interconnected trail system, there is a wide variety of options for users of all types and skill levels … from moderate paved pathways that meander along the scenic Blue River to tackling the highest peaks 14,000 feet above sea level.

Because of our extreme altitude and remoteness, it is important, however, to be prepared for all situations. Make sure that you hike to your ability, pack plenty of water, wear sunscreen, stay on the trail, and most importantly be prepared for any kind of weather. Even though it is summertime, the weather can change extremely quickly in our mountains so layer your clothes and bring a rain jacket.

If you are not sure where to start, check out GoBreck’s suggested easy, moderate and difficult hiking trails in Breckenridge.

– Historic Tours & Museums –

Did you know that Breckenridge was founded in November of 1859 when gold was discovered along the Blue River? That’s over 150 years of history to absorb if you are the historian type. Luckily for you, the Breckenridge Heritage Alliance offers historic tours and hikes around our nationally recognized historic district and beyond. Some of the more popular ones are the “Paranormal Investigations,” “Hikes Through History” and the “Mine Tours & Gold Panning.”

– Whitewater Rafting, Fishing & Boating –

As landlocked is the state of Colorado is, it may seem odd to talk about water sports as a popular summer activity, but that’s what makes this place so special. With our average 300 inches of snowfall each year, the mountain run-off feeds Breck’s rivers, streams, waterfalls and nearby lakes making for some awesome whitewater rafting, fishing and boating opportunities.

Whitewater rafting the surrounding rivers is one of the most popular group and family activities to take part in. Tours can be personalized for relaxing float trips or heart-pounding whitewater excursions that suit your every fancy. Check out our friends at Performance Tours for a great experience and 15% off!

These same crystal clear mountain waters that make for a great rafting trip also keep the Blue River flowing with Browns, Rainbows and the occasional Cutthroat trout. The many high alpine lakes, neighboring rivers and nearby Lake Dillon also provide some great spots for the avid angler.

In addition to rafting, there are other opportunities to boat in and around Breckenridge. If you are looking for something fast-paced, the 1,800-foot-long whitewater kayak park on the Blue River features attractions for both beginners and experts. For something a little slower paced, enjoy the serenity of the fresh-water, mountain run-off reservoir of Lake Dillon with its two marinas for kayak, canoe, sailboat and motorboat rentals, and over 26 miles of shoreline. Lake Dillon also offers stand up paddleboard (SUP) rentals, but Breck’s Maggie Pond is also a great place to go SUPing.

– Golfing –

Breckenridge is the only town in the world to maintain a Jack Nicklaus-designed 27-hole golf course. How about that? The award-winning Breckenridge Golf Club, situated at 9,324 feet above sea level, is positioned in the stunning, glacier-sculpted Upper Blue Mountain Valley and includes four sets of tees for golfers of all abilities.

Besides the awe-inspiring beauty of our courses, your golf game will thank you as you can most likely drop a club or two as the ball will fly further and straighter than at lower elevations due to less air resistance.

About our Breckenridge Hotel

Our family-owned and operated Breckenridge, CO hotel is located three blocks from historic Main Street and just across the street from the Snowflake Chairlift and Four O’clock Run, making us an ideal destination spot nestled in the Rocky Mountains.

Check out the video below to see just how close we really are to the Snowflake Lift!

Aerial View of our Breckenridge CO hotel.

In addition to our ski-side proximity, our Breckenridge, Colorado lodging offers you a choice of 52 units ranging from studio condominiums up to three bedroom townhomes, all with full kitchens!

*Please be aware that we do not allow pets and all rooms are non-smoking.*

What They’re Saying

Thank you all so much for making such a lovely, safe, clean and well-run complex. Our stay here feels like a gift from the gods!

Mary VolenecDecember 20, 2016

Cozy Lodge Feel, Close to Town and Slopes

Great experience and would look to this place again! Easy to book and confirmed promptly. Staff was helpful as needed. They put us in a clutch location on the first level. The full kitchen made our trip much more affordable and accommodating. The room configurations worked well for our party of 6, including 3 small children. Made use of the TV, gas fireplace, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, as well. The place is a little dated, but you can tell they are making improvements. However, no concerns about the cleanliness.

December 27, 2016

Second Time Even Better

This was our second time staying here and it was perfect for our family. Two of us ski, so a quick three minute walk to the lift was perfect and two of us don’t ski so a 10 minute walk to the heart of Main Street was perfect too! The accommodations are great and the staff top notch. Can’t imagine staying anywhere else!

BeachsunflowerDecember 27, 2016

Perfect Family Ski Retreat

Wedgewood was an ideal hotel for a family ski trip. The hotel is literally across the street from a ski lift. The lift doesn’t serve much terrain but allows access to several other lifts. Returning the lift at the end of the day can be confusing so get a trail map. We stayed in a 2 bedroom plus loft and the room had a full kitchen and washer/dryer. The kitchen was furnished to allow full meals to be cooked. We ate supper in the rooms to avoid the crowds in Breck. Hotel parking is limited. The highlight was the staff. They were all friendly, responsive, and very helpful. Call ahead if you have questions before making a reservation.

Phillip HJanuary 3, 2017

Great Place to Stay For Skiing

We stayed here for 4 nights for our winter ski vacation. The staff is very courteous and professional, and willing to go the extra mile to accommodate your needs. Our flight was cancelled twice and we could only get to Breckenridge 3 days later than scheduled. The manager called us and offered us an additional night for free to make up for some of the time lost. Very nice! The place is very clean and comfortable. We had a 1 bedroom condo and it was fantastic. The kitchen was fully equipped so we could cook our breakfast every morning. Really enjoyed the fireplace in the living room in the evenings when returning from skiing. Finally, the two hot tubs are a bonus. Great experience, will come back.

Radu CJanuary 3, 2017

Four Times

Great place, quiet, and feels like at home, close to main street and lifts, located on north side, so snow does not melt fast when the weather is warm. The staff and management are nice and friendly and professional.

k0legaJanuary 7, 2017

An Annual Tradition

This is our third consecutive year to stay at Wedgewood. The staff is fantastic beginning with the reservation process. They helped us with reserving ski gear, travel to and from the Denver Airport, and even recommended someone to have the fridge stocked upon arrival (which I recommend). We stay in the one bedroom with a loft and it is very spacious for me, my wife and daughter. There are televisions both downstairs and in the loft, and I really like the floor layout. The little things they do are also appreciated, such as providing cookies on Christmas and hot beverages in the lobby, which make for a nice treat after a day on the slopes. The hot tub is a necessity every evening and is very spacious as well. My only wish would be for stronger jets in the hot tub. This is a trip I thoroughly enjoy every year and look forward to the remaining 51 weeks of the year.

ollereconomicsJanuary 7, 2017

Great Ski Lodge in Breckenridge

Absolutely awesome as usual. It was our fourth time at Wedgewood Lodge and we do not plan to stay anywhere else next time we are going skiing. Super clean, very nice staff, extremely quiet in the evening and at night, great underground parking.

gcuratuJanuary 7, 2017

Great Stay!

We spent five days at the Wedgewood Lodge in a two bedroom and two and a half bathroom suite and enjoyed it immensely. The accommodations were extremely comfortable, the staff friendly and helpful and the location perfect. Highly recommended.

4FLFamilyTravelersJanuary 7, 2017

Christmas Stay at The Wedgewood

We have just completed our fourth stay at the Wedgewood Lodge in Breckenridge. We always enjoy this particular facility because it allows us and our children and families to all be together in one location near the slopes. Accommodations are nice, clean and well-maintained give us the independence we require. Covered basement parking is great for one car, but you have to use an overflow lot miles away for multiple cars. Snowflake Lift is literally across the street which gets you onto the slopes and 4 O’Clock run gets you back–pretty convenient.

Tom M.January 24, 2017

Excellent Value

A friend and I stayed at the Wedgewood Lodge in the late spring and had an amazing stay. It was clean, convenient and had great views. The condo had everything we needed, was open and pretty and a great price. We would definitely stay again.

Title basically says it all. Very cozy room with a second floor loft. The outdoor balcony was a great touch with a beautiful view of the slopes. Fully equipped kitchen with appliances and two bathrooms! Only thing missing from our room was the fireplace (other rooms were said to have fire places 🙁 More than enough room for my buddy and I. Out the door at 9 AM, on the chair lift by 9:05. Outdoor Jacuzzi was under maintenance, but the indoor jacuzzi and sauna hit the spot after a day on the mountain.

February 4, 2017

Always Outstanding

Great price, beautiful rooms, outstanding customer service, short walk (50 yards) to the slopes and only a 1/4 mile walk down the hill to Main Street. We have been staying at Wedgewood for 4 consecutive years and as long as we’re going to be in Breckenridge, we’re staying at Wedgewood. Highly, highly recommended.

David S.February 24, 2017

Excellent Location & Perfect Family Spot

Recently stayed at the Wedgewood Lodge and it was great, very helpful staff, clean rooms and awesome location. We rented our skis right across the street, bought lift tickets and jumped on the lift right outside our door. Perfect spot to ski down for lunch and within blocks to walk to town for shopping/dinner at night. We had a 2 bedroom, 2 bath with a loft and it fit 5 adults and 5 kids just perfectly! Bathrooms both had double sinks and kitchen living area was perfect size to accommodate everyone. Overall great place to stay if skiing at Breckenridge!

tjwood2016February 24, 2017

Nice Staff

The room met expectations, and the proximity to town and the slopes was just fine. However, what always makes a difference for me is the people who take care of the place I’m staying. Are they professional, or are they something more? In this case, they were downright nice. That’s what makes the difference between good and excellent.

cirish613March 3, 2017

Great location, great staff, beautiful stay!

Everything was top shelf! I highly recommend Wedgwood and plan on staying again when I return to Breckinridge. Everyone was friendly, accommodating and genuinely concerned about their guests’ experiences. Lots of thoughtful surprises anticipating things we would need that we hadn’t even thought of.

SteveMarch 11, 2017

Gem of Breckenridge

Proximity to lift, rentals, ticket window and easy on/off the mountain make this the best possible location where location, cost, quality and great staff come together. I have been coming to Breckenridge to ski since 2000 and have stayed at several locations but this one beats them all in total value. Check it out!

Kadet1980March 17, 2017

Our Go-To For Years

Many winter ski vacations have been spent at this location. It is very convenient to the snowflake lift and has many options for room layouts to suit your guest needs. The staff is very friendly and offer many discounts on transportation, equipment rental, etc…. We will definitely stay here again.

Dawn B.April 18, 2017

WAVE Festival from Wedgewood

When taking part in any Breckenridge activities, Wedgewood is my favorite home base. A comfortable and straight walk (some elevation) to Riverwalk Plaza (the town center) the same to Beaver Run. Across the street is the Snowflake chairlift for winter and the must experience, Sawmill creek trails for summer. The rooms are complete, well kept and modern, and the staff is extremely helpful. Hot tubs at 9700′ are a great way to wrap-up the day as well.

buzzo294June 20, 2017

A Most Delightful Surprise

Our room was immaculate. Much larger than I expected. Kate and Barry at the desk were knowledgeable about local activities and accommodating. The kitchen was well equipped with dishes, a nicer stove than I have in my apartment, large frig, microwave and dishwasher. The loft had a full bed, sitting area and 2nd full bath. Bed was very comfortable, but not as large as my king at home. Only a few blocks from Main Street shops and restaurants. Totally exceeded my expectations.

EDW4131June 20, 2017

Friendly, Helpful, Great Location

We stayed in a condo/townhouse and it was perfect. Two bedrooms and two bathrooms upstairs was exactly what we were looking for. Everything was immaculately clean. Loved the two decks outside. The views were beautiful! Andee at the front desk could not have been nicer or more helpful!! In fact everyone we came in contact with was the same. It was nice to have garage parking and being close enough to walk into town. It’s a perfect location. I highly recommend this lovely, well maintained lodge.

TripAdvisorJune 30, 2017

Cozy Studio Apartment

We absolutely loved our stay at the Wedgewood Lodge. The hotel had a cozy cabin feel. Our room was great! There was plenty of room for our family of four. Although we didn’t use it, there was a fully stocked kitchen. The hotel provided games, books, puzzles, and movies, which we all enjoyed. Everything is within walking distance on the cool summer days in July. We will most definitely be returning in the future!

Dawson FamilyJuly 21, 2017

Great Experience

This place was fantastic. Everything was ready when we arrived, so we didn’t have to wait. The place was clean and had everything we needed. Front desk staff was exceptional. I definitely plan to return!

TripAdvisor ReviewOctober 10, 2017

Birthday in Breckenridge!!!!

Wow, I’ve been coming to Breck my whole life. Celebrating my 31st birthday at the Wedgewood Lodge this past weekend was by far the best time I’ve ever had here! Huge room with a shared balcony which was a first but still had great views and cool neighbors lol Walked right out our doors and up the four O clock lift! Wasn’t snowing but had a little snow on the ground! Only a like a block or two from Main Street. Loved the garage parking, gets a little to tight but beats being out in the weather lugging in your stuff! Would recommend this place to everyone! Jacuzzi was great cause they have one inside and outside. Sauna too. Great staff, seemed very laid back and cool! Get the studio if you can!!!! Has full kitchen stove and microwave and regular size fridge! Worked great cause we went grocery shopping 🙂